Red Sea marine life.
One of the richest concentrations of marine life on the planet: sharks, dolphins, dugongs, turtles, rays, and over 1,200 species of fish. Meet the creatures you will share the water with.
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SpeciesTop 10 Red Sea Creatures and Where to Find Them
1. Hammerhead Sharks Best sites: Daedalus Reef , Elphinstone , Brothers Islands Nothing beats the thrill of seeing a school of scalloped hammerheads in the blue. Early morning dive…
CamouflageSynanceiidae
The members of the Synanceiidae family are well-camouflaged and have a stony appearance that blends in well with the surrounding rocks and corals. They are ambush predators and lie…
- Venom
- Extreme
- Tip
- Watch before touching
VenomousLionfish
There are several species of lionfish that can be found in the Red Sea, including the common lionfish, spot-fin lionfish, and devil firefish. These fish are known for their strikin…
- Length
- 30 to 38cm
- Handle with
- Care
IntelligentOctopus
As with all marine life, it's important to observe octopuses from a respectful distance and avoid disturbing them. we will provide information on the various species of octopus tha…
- Arms
- 8
- Seen at
- Reef at night
IconicClownFish
Our comprehensive guide will take you through the different species of clownfish found in this stunning region, from the iconic False Percula Clownfish to lesser-known varieties li…
- Size
- 8 to 10cm
- Habitat
- Anemones
VarietyBony Fish
Basically what sets Bony fish apart from cartilaginous fish is their bony skeleton and the large body plate that protects the gills. Most fish also have distinct rays or spines on…
- Species
- 1,200+
- Found
- Every dive
Night diverEels
Eels undergo considerable development from the early larval stage to the eventual adult stage and are usually predators. The term "Eel" is also used for some other Eel-shaped fish,…
- Length
- 1 to 3m
- Types
- Moray, Garden
PredatorBarracuda
The barracuda is a saltwater fish of the genus Sphyraena, the only genus in the family Sphyraenidae, which Constantine Samuel Rafinesque named in 1815. It is found in tropical and…
- Length
- 1 to 1.8m
- Seen at
- Tiran, Brothers
MacroNudibranchs
Nudibranchs, These wide and diverse groups, and not necessarily of the same genus, species or family, but because they all look vaguely similar, i have but together all of the vari…
- Size
- 5 to 60mm
- Best for
- Macro photography
GentleDugong
The Red Sea is home to a small but important population of dugongs, also known as sea cows. These gentle marine mammals are strictly herbivorous, feeding primarily on seagrass, whi…
- Length
- 2.5 to 3m
- Seen at
- Marsa Mubarak
ElegantRays
As Egypt Liveaboard, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to encounter a variety of fascinating rays in the Red Sea. Some of the most commonly sighted rays in the area include…
- Wingspan
- 0.5 to 7m
- Species
- Manta, Eagle, Sting
SpeciesTurtles
These marine reptiles spend all their lives at sea, briefly coming ashore on ancient breeding beaches to lay their eggs every few years after they reach maturity. They are members…
MammalDolphin
Dolphins in the Red Sea: A Guide to the Most Common Species The Red Sea is known for its abundant and diverse marine life, including some of the most fascinating and intelligent cr…
- Pod size
- 5 to 60
- Seen at
- Samadai, Fury Shoal
ReefCorals
Basically there are soft, leathery and hard corals, the latter including seafans and wire or whip corals. Corals are made up of two subgroups: the Octocorals and the Hexacorals, Li…
- Species
- 200+
- Coverage
- Entire Red Sea
SpeciesMarine Life
Introduction to the Red Sea The Red Sea, al-Baḥr al-ʾAḥmar has brilliant soft coral gardens and millions of anthias are synonymous with the perception of the Red…